The average train between Northampton and Congleton takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton to Congleton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Northampton and Congleton. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Congleton at 6:39 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Northampton to Congleton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Congleton station via Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.
Northampton to Congleton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Northampton station.
Northampton to Congleton train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.
Book your Northampton to Congleton train tickets online with West Midlands Trains, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Northampton and Congleton is 135.4 km. The road distance is 151 km.
You can take a train from Northampton to Congleton via Rugby and Stoke-on-Trent in around 2h 49m.